Sheriffs office assists with Manatee rescue

A female manatee was rescued from Moore Haven on Thursday afternoon.

LEE COUNTY, Florida (WBBH) -- A female manatee was rescued from Moore Haven on Thursday afternoon.

The manatee was trapped between two water control structures, according to the Lee County Sheriffs office. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, Lee County deputies and volunteers all helped to move her to Manatee Park.

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